M4.5 Depth: 63.1 km

M4.5 Earthquake near 87 km E of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia (Russia)

UTC time: 2025-10-02 14:38:22 UTC Local time: —

About this earthquake

On October 2, 2025 at 14:38 UTC, a magnitude M4.5 earthquake occurred near 87 km E of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky, Russia (Russia). The hypocenter lay relatively close to the surface at around 63 km, increasing how strongly it was felt. Earthquakes of this magnitude are clearly felt; minor damage to vulnerable buildings is possible.

The event was recorded by USGS.

Details

Magnitude

M4.5

Depth

63.1 km

UTC time

2025-10-02 14:38:22 UTC

Local time

—

Country

Russia

City

Kamcatskij kraj

Source

usgs

Coordinates

53.21810, 159.91480

Temperature

11.9°C

Map

Depth profile

Shallow

63.1 km

63.1 km — deeper than the regional average (50.7 km)

Regional average: 50.7 km

Why depth matters

Shallow quakes release energy near the surface — shaking is felt more strongly and damage potential is higher.

Depth classes per USGS

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